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2018 Ford Transit Connect recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Transit Connect. The most recent was reported on September 3, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: TRANSIT CONNECT.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Transit Connect, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
25V572000September 3, 2025Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
25V442000June 27, 2025Back Over Prevention › Software
24V294000April 26, 2024Visibility › Fixed Panaramic Roof/Sky Light Assembly
22V413000June 10, 2022Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
21V376000May 24, 2021Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
19V229000March 22, 2019Seats

Systems involved: Back Over Prevention (2) · Power Train (2) · Seats (1) · Visibility (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V572000Manufacturer no. 25S89

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
September 3, 2025
Owner notification
January 13, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
1,456,417 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ford Transit Connect
August 1, 2014 – July 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V572000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V442000Manufacturer no. 25S72

Back Over Prevention › Software

Report received by NHTSA
June 27, 2025
Owner notification
September 4, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
200,237 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ford Transit Connect
July 25, 2018 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V442000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V294000Manufacturer no. 24S29

Visibility › Fixed Panaramic Roof/Sky Light Assembly

Report received by NHTSA
April 26, 2024
Owner notification
June 5, 2024
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
1,315 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Transit Connect vehicles. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.

Safety risk

A roof panel that detaches while driving can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S29.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V294000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V413000Manufacturer no. 22S43

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Report received by NHTSA
June 10, 2022
Owner notification
October 27, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
2,925,968 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Components: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl); Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

Safety risk

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V413000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V376000Manufacturer no. 21S24

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Report received by NHTSA
May 24, 2021
Owner notification
June 30, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
192,080 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Components: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl); Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

Safety risk

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S24.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V376000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V229000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA
March 22, 2019
Owner notification
December 19, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
776 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ford Transit Connect
May 10, 2018 – August 2, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

TransitWorks has notified owners and instructed them to contact Freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman Seating customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or TransitWorks customer service at 1-855-337-9543.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V229000, filed by TransitWorks. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 4, 2025.